Child Care Center Food Specialist

This is more than just a daycare job. It’s a journey, where you learn, grow,
thrive—and play—every day. Working at a childcare center is something special.

The Child Care Cook, Food Specialist, is responsible for overall food
preparation for the school’s enrolled children. This role should be able to
adapt to menu changes and meet meal and snack schedules.

As a Food Specialist, you will be:

* At home in the kitchen! Create home-style, nutritional meal plans in the
boundaries of their school's menu and budget, as well as state and federal
requirements. Prepare meals/snacks for children and staff and distribute food
to the classrooms.
* Focused on health and safety! Follow the daily menu provided by the Director
which incorporates USDA, licensing, and/or health department regulations.
* Organized! Maintain inventory of food and supplies and order more when
needed.
* Helpful! Assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher/Floater.

Job Requirements:

* Work experience in cooking and/or food preparation for multiple individuals
in a childcare facility, preferred.  
* A willingness to learn and adhere to all current state and local regulations.
* Flexibility as to the hours and schedule of work.

Learning Care Group, Inc. is North America’s second-largest for-profit childcare
provider and a leader in early childhood education. We offer specialized
programs for children from 6 weeks to 12 years, delivered through our unique
family of brands. Our commitment to excellence drives us to create cutting-edge
facilities, equipped with advanced technology and expertly crafted curriculum
designed by our in-house Education team.

Our Promise

We strive to make a meaningful impact on every child, their families, and the
communities we serve. From infants to school-age students, our comprehensive,
research-based curriculum supports holistic child development in a safe,
nurturing, and engaging environment. As experts in childcare and early
education, we prepare children for school, instill a lifelong love of learning,
and build a strong foundation for their future success